Hms Undaunted Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hms undaunted Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		34 12 N,11 3 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 34.200000
  • Longitude: -11.050000
Water Depth 4300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS UNDAUNTED
Type frigate
Flag GB
Length 103.3 m
Width 11 m
Draught 1.2
Tonnage 1710
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1978
Original Source ship visit/hydrographic note report
Last Amended Date Apr 2, 2003

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreckage of HMS Undaunted lies at the coordinates 34 12 N, 11 03 W in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Morocco. This historic underwater obstruction, documented by the UK Hydrographic Office, remains at a depth exceeding 1200 fathoms. The vessel suffered a catastrophic structural failure, with the bow and stern sections sinking separately following its loss. Historical records indicate the position was determined using early satellite navigation dead reckoning. This site represents a significant maritime wreck located in deep waters of the Eastern Atlantic.

Surveying Details

H4718/70 13.2.79 H4718/70 13.2.79 HMS UNDAUNTED SUNK IN 341200N, 110300W IN OVER 1200FMS. POSITION BASED ON DR FROM SATNAV. BOW & STERN SECTIONS SANK SEPARATELY. (HMS SWIFTSURE, HN DTD 29.1.79).

Circumstances of loss

23.1.79 EX-WW II DESTROYER. FINALLY USED AS TARGET VESSEL AND SUNK BY FLEET SUBMARINE SWIFTSURE SOME 300 MILES SW OF GIBRALTAR. (NAVY NEWS 1/79). WAS THE VESSEL USED BY GENERAL EISENHOWER WHEN HE INSPECTED THE NORMANDY LANDINGS ON D-DAY, 6TH JUNE 1944. (SUNDAY TELEGRAPH 23.1.79).

General Comments

IN TWO PARTS

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 34 12 N,11 3 W
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FAQ

Where is the HMS UNDAUNTED wreck located?

The HMS UNDAUNTED wreck is located at coordinates 34 12 N,11 3 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS UNDAUNTED?

The seabed around the HMS UNDAUNTED lies at approximately 4300 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the HMS UNDAUNTED discovered?

The wreck of the HMS UNDAUNTED was discovered in 1978.

What country did the HMS UNDAUNTED belong to?

The HMS UNDAUNTED belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS UNDAUNTED?

The HMS UNDAUNTED had a tonnage of 1710 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS UNDAUNTED?

The HMS UNDAUNTED is classified as a frigate.

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